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Downing Street: “It’s never been easier to set up a business”

Published 23/05/2013 10:08:00

“It’s never been easier to set up a business” was the latest message released from the government.

You’re probably now starting to think of the next ‘fad’ or business idea that’s going to take the world by storm, but there are a few things you should know. It’s not that we want to put a damper on your enthusiasm but more a realistic view of the small print.

Here’s how we explain it; yes, it is pretty easy to set up a business but only if you meet the following conditions:

• You don’t need any capital• You don’t employ any staff• You don’t need office or shop premises• You don’t get caught by regulations and red tape

If you meet these four criteria then it’s pretty easy. If you do not meet any of them then starting your own business is a pretty tough job and whilst on the philosophical level everybody encourages business start-ups as they are an important driver of our economy, on a practical level it seems that there is little support.

We would love to hear if you are thinking of starting your business or have gone through the process.

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1. A Refreshingly Personal Service

We offer straight and direct communication with an experienced director. We won’t treat you like a form filling robot and squeeze you through a call centre. You will always have a personal contact to speak to as and when you want to. Where else can you still get this?

2. Finance Brokers with a Track Record for Success

Our record speaks for itself, with over 40 years’ experience in successfully arranging business finance. But don’t just take our word for it - see what our clients have to say about us!

3. We Understand Small Businesses

We know that every small business is unique. That’s why you can deal with an experienced business person, who is able to understand what is important for you and your business, in order to arrange the right finance for you.

4. Direct Access to Lenders and Terms

Your time is precious, and you have better things to do than getting frustrated by running around from lender to lender. Our job is to remove the ever increasing hurdles imposed on you by lenders.

5. ASC Take the Hassle out of Business Finance

We offer straight and direct communication with an experienced director. We won’t treat you like a form filling robot and squeeze you through a call centre. You will always have a personal contact to speak to as and when you want to. Where else can you still get this?

6. We’re on your Side, we are Independent

ASC are independent finance brokers. As experienced professionals, we don’t work for the banks, we work for you - our success is aligned with your success.

7. Local Service - National Strength

You benefit from both the local director’s dedicated personal attention and the support of the central unit. Your local bank manager has disappeared – but ASC are still here.

8. Coordination with your Professional Advisors

We co-ordinate our work with all your professional advisors, from solicitors to valuers and lenders. Whilst we focus on organizing finance, you can focus on what is important to you: developing and operating your business.

9. ASC are Highly Recommended

We enjoy many important endorsements. You can relax, knowing that you have the benefit of dealing with a market leader, with a successful track record of arranging business finance.

10. Nothing but Business Finance

We only work in business finance – nothing else. Our job is simply to arrange finance which works for you: Sensible Finance for Sensible Deals at Sensible Rates!